Include:

• Full mouth Xrays
• Panoramic Xray
• Diagnostic Study Models
• Oral cancer exams
• Soft Tissue Exam
• Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) exam
• Occlusal analysis
• Complete periodontal charting
• Tooth charting of existing and needed restorations
• Complete treatment planning
• Consultation
• Blood pressure
• Vital signs

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COMFORT CHOICES

Cable TV
Comfort quilt for extra "coziness"
Stereo headphones
Musical selections (classical, country, contemporary music, easy listening)
Virtual reality glasses
Heated massage pads
Squeeze balls
Choices of flavors of topical anesthetics (mint, cherry, banana, bubble gum, pina colada)
Pre-appointment relaxing medications available by prescription
Intra-oral camera (allows you to see inside your own mouth)
Scented cloth wipes following treatment
Games
Magazines
Books

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Dr. Dahl and the team participate in career fairs, educating children in our schools, and miscellaneous school events.

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COSMETIC DENTISTRY

• Teeth Whitening
• Porceline Laminates (veneers)
• Enamel Shaping

DOCTOR AND TEAM CONTINUING EDUCATION

Regular staff meetings with annual training on OSHA, Medical Emergency Preparedness, Radiology Techniques and Safety, as well as guest speakers, team workshops, and dental meetings, CDA (Certified Dental Assistant) program available for the team, team building and brainstorming sessions.

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DOCTOR AVAILABILITY 24 HOURS A DAY

Dr. Dahl carries a pager, and arranges for a doctor on call when she is out of town.  Emergencies are seen as soon as possible.

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FOLLOW-UP CARE

Dr. Dahl calls our patients as needed following treatment.  Our team calls our patients who are due or past due for their regular checkups.

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GENERAL DENTISTRY

• Crowns and Bridgework
• Silver and tooth colored restorations (fillings)
• Complete and Partial Dentures and relines
• Occlusal (bite) splints
• Implant retained crowns, bridges, and overdentures
• Simple extractions
• Referrals as needed for:
• • Root Canals
• • Complex Extractions
• • TMJ Physical Therapy
• • Evaluation and treatment of oral lesions

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MEDICAL EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Entire team is trained in CPR.  Medical emergency kit and oxygen are available, and our team is trained in vital signs monitoring.

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MODERN HIGH-TECH FACILITIES

• TV's on the ceilings
• Bay windows in the treatment rooms
• State of the art computers
• Full spectrum light fixtures for enhancing color matching
• Coffee/tea bar
• Children's play area in reception room
• Digital imaging
• Intra-oral camera
• Full handicapped access
• Fax and modem
• Current Magazines
• Diagnodent (cavity detecting laser)

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PATIENT APPRECIATION

We offer patient appreciation anniversary gifts, gift certificates in appreciation for referrals, and we publish a newsletter to keep our patients informed of our news and activities.

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PATIENT EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATIONWe offer written treatment plans, with communication and education regarding treatment options, risks, benefits, and use teaching aids, drawings, and models.

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PERIODONTAL PROGRAM

Our hygienists are proficient in root planing/root scaling procedures.  They provide oral hygiene instructions and aids.

• Prophylaxis
• Preventive cleanings
  • Root plane/root scale
  • Periodontal Maintenance
• Oral rinses, home care aids, flouride treatments
• Groove sealants
  • Home care instructions
• Desensitizing teeth

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PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

• Silver and tooth colored fillings
• Stainless steel and tooth colored crowns
• Groove sealants
• Orthodontic referrals
• Simple extractions
• Pulpotomies

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QUALITY ADJUNCTIVE SERVICES

We refer to quality specialists when indicated, and use quality dental labs for our crowns, bridges, and dentures

QUALITY MATERIALS

We use high quality materials for our procedures

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RESPECT AND COMPASSION FOR OUR PATIENTS

Dr. Dahl's area of interest is treating fearful patients, and she teaches in this area at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry.  We provide adequate time for proper numbing, and a hand signal when patients want us to stop.

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STERILIZATION PROGRAMStrict attention to protocols and systems that protect safety of team and patients.

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